Case Pack Operator - Utility

IPM Foods • Janesville, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Associate supports daily production operations at the Naturpak Capitol Circle facility in Janesville, Wisconsin, filling in wherever coverage or additional help is needed. The role helps keep production lines running smoothly by supplying materials, maintaining clean and organized work areas, assisting with changeovers, and learning multiple production tasks to provide break relief and staffing flexibility across the plant.

Work takes place in a high-volume soup, sauce, and broth manufacturing environment. The position involves regular movement throughout the facility and across multiple production lines, with exposure to heat, steam, wet floors, and loud equipment. Strict adherence to GMP, food safety, OSHA, and Naturpak workplace safety requirements is mandatory.

Requirements

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in a production environment.
• Willingness to learn multiple tasks and work across different areas of the plant.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work assigned shifts, including weekends as needed.
• Strong work ethic and a team-first attitude.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods on the production floor.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to work in varying temperature zones, including warm processing and cold storage areas.
• Ability to move quickly between production areas as coverage needs arise.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in food manufacturing, warehouse, or light industrial production.
• Familiarity with GMP, food safety, or HACCP principles.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production by assisting wherever coverage or additional help is needed across the plant.
• Supply raw materials, packaging components, and supplies to production lines in a timely manner.
• Remove waste and byproduct from production areas, dispose of it properly, and keep areas clear.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas throughout the shift in compliance with GMP and food safety standards.
• Assist with production setup, line changeovers, and basic equipment cleaning between runs.
• Learn multiple production tasks and stations to provide break relief and staffing coverage based on training and qualifications.
• Follow all safety, food safety, GMP, and OSHA requirements at all times.
• Report equipment issues, safety hazards, or quality concerns to the line lead or supervisor immediately.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed